СОЧ по английскому языку, 11 класс, 3 четверть

SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT FOR THE QUARTER 3

Subject: English

Grade: 11

Quarter: 3

Total Marks: 24

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• 11.2.2 Understand specific information in unsupported extended talk on a wide range of general and curricular topics, including talk on a growing range of unfamiliar topics.
• 11.4.1 Understand complex and abstract main points in extended texts on a wide range of familiar and unfamiliar general and curricular topics.
• 11.4.9 Recognize inconsistencies in argument in extended texts on a range of more complex and abstract general and curricular topics.
• 11.5.2 Use a wide range of vocabulary, which is appropriate to topic and genre, and which is spelt accurately.
• 11.5.6 Write coherently at text level using a variety of connectors on a wide range of familiar general and curricular topics.
• 11.3.3 Explain and justify own and others’ point of view on a range of general and curricular topics, including some unfamiliar topics.
• 11.3.7 Use appropriate subject-specific vocabulary and syntax to talk about a range of familiar and some unfamiliar general and curricular topics.
• 11.6.14 Use a growing variety of more complex prepositional phrases including those relating to concession and respect; use a variety of multi-word verbs of different syntactic types on a wide range of general and curricular topics.

TASK 1. LISTENING COMPREHENSION (MBO, 6 marks)

Learning Objective: 11.2.2 Understand specific information in unsupported extended talk on a wide range of general and curricular topics, including talk on a growing range of unfamiliar topics.
Level of Thinking Skills: Application

Instructions: You will hear an extended talk about the concept of "The Attention Economy." Listen carefully. For questions 1-6, choose the correct answer (A, B, or C). You will hear the recording twice.

(Note for teacher: The audio script is provided below for administration. Do not print this part for students.)

Audio Script (Teacher's Copy):
"Good afternoon. Today's topic sits at the intersection of technology, psychology, and economics: the Attention Economy. In essence, it's an economic system where human attention is treated as the scarcest and most valuable commodity. Unlike traditional economies based on tangible goods, this one battles for your minutes and seconds. Every notification, every autoplay video, every trending topic is meticulously designed to capture and hold your focus. Proponents argue that this model drives innovation, personalizing content to our deepest interests. However, critics point to a significant inconsistency: while these platforms claim to connect us, studies show a correlation between heavy social media use and increased feelings of isolation and anxiety. Furthermore, the very algorithms that promise to show us 'what we want' often create 'filter bubbles,' limiting our exposure to diverse viewpoints. The central paradox, therefore, is that the tool designed to inform and connect us may, in fact, be narrowing our world and impacting our mental well-being. The real cost of 'free' services is measured not in money, but in our focused attention and, potentially, our broader perspective."

1. What is described as the "scarcest and most valuable commodity" in the attention economy?
   1. Technological innovation
   2. Human attention
   3. Personal data
2. According to the talk, what is a common tool used to capture attention?
   1. Autoplay videos
   2. Subscription fees
   3. Offline advertisements
3. What positive aspect of the attention economy do proponents highlight?
   1. It increases productivity.
   2. It drives personalized innovation.
   3. It guarantees accurate information.
4. What negative correlation do critics mention?
   1. Heavy social media use and improved grades.
   2. Heavy social media use and feelings of isolation.
   3. Heavy social media use and better sleep.
5. What is a "filter bubble"?
   1. A tool for enhanced privacy.
   2. A limitation of exposure to diverse views.
   3. A type of viral online content.
6. What is the "real cost" mentioned at the end of the talk?
   1. Monthly subscription fees.
   2. Our focused attention and perspective.
   3. The price of electronic devices.

Assessment Criteria: 1 mark for each correct answer. Total: 6 marks.